Elegant Pastime Manual, Vol. 1: 92 classical compositions

Volume 1 (卷一) of 適情雅趣, a Ming-dynasty manual of xiangqi endgame compositions. 92 of the volume's 92 problems, each rooted at its own diagram with the book's solution as the mainline, every line replayed move by move through the Mistboard rules kernel. Titles are English renderings of the original four-character names, which are kept alongside. Records come from dpxq.com and are credited on each composition. The book prints variations beside many of its solutions; only the mainline is included here. That replay proves the moves are legal, not that the manual was copied faithfully: this text has a single source, and a solution recorded short would still replay cleanly. The compositions are several centuries old and long out of copyright.

92 chapters

1. 1. Swallowing the Western Passes11 moves

   气吞关右 — "Swallowing the Western Passes" Problem 1 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42809.html

2. 2. Horses Trample the Yanzhi39 moves

   马蹀阏氏 — "Horses Trample the Yanzhi" Problem 2 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42810.html

3. 3. The Ram Butts the Hedge17 moves

   羝羊触藩 — "The Ram Butts the Hedge" Problem 3 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42811.html

4. 4. A Good General Secures the Border29 moves

   良将安边 — "A Good General Secures the Border" Problem 4 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42812.html

5. 5. Huaiyin Meets Han29 moves

   淮阴遇汉 — "Huaiyin Meets Han" Problem 5 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42813.html

6. 6. A Fly on the Steed's Tail43 moves

   蝇垂骥尾 — "A Fly on the Steed's Tail" Problem 6 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42814.html

7. 7. Spring Thunder Wakes the Insects39 moves

   春雷惊蛰 — "Spring Thunder Wakes the Insects" Problem 7 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42815.html

8. 8. The Pearl Hidden in the Casket17 moves

   珠藏韫柜 — "The Pearl Hidden in the Casket" Problem 8 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42816.html

9. 9. The Divine Turtle Rises from the Luo19 moves

   神龟出洛 — "The Divine Turtle Rises from the Luo" Problem 9 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42817.html

10. 10. Mandarin Ducks at Play15 moves

    鸳鸯戏水 — "Mandarin Ducks at Play" Problem 10 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42818.html

11. 11. Rats Fighting Over a Burrow13 moves

    群鼠争穴 — "Rats Fighting Over a Burrow" Problem 11 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42819.html

12. 12. The Ape Stoops to Drink11 moves

    颠猿饮涧 — "The Ape Stoops to Drink" Problem 12 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42820.html

13. 13. Eyes on the Flooding Current5 moves

    目视横流 — "Eyes on the Flooding Current" Problem 13 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42821.html

14. 14. A Lone Deer Calls in the Marsh15 moves

    独鹿鸣泽 — "A Lone Deer Calls in the Marsh" Problem 14 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42822.html

15. 15. Deftly Shaking the War Bell11 moves

    妙振兵铃 — "Deftly Shaking the War Bell" Problem 15 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42823.html

16. 16. Withdraw and Mend the Fault15 moves

    退思补过 — "Withdraw and Mend the Fault" Problem 16 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42824.html

17. 17. Retiring at Ease7 moves

    退闲式步 — "Retiring at Ease" Problem 17 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42825.html

18. 18. Toying with Creation29 moves

    播弄造化 — "Toying with Creation" Problem 18 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42826.html

19. 19. Withdrawn from the World13 moves

    遁世不见 — "Withdrawn from the World" Problem 19 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42827.html

20. 20. Curb the Strong, Uphold the Weak13 moves

    推强扶弱 — "Curb the Strong, Uphold the Weak" Problem 20 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42828.html

21. 21. Perfect from Start to Finish19 moves

    尽善克终 — "Perfect from Start to Finish" Problem 21 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42829.html

22. 22. Passing the Exam, Longing for Home25 moves

    及第思乡 — "Passing the Exam, Longing for Home" Problem 22 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42830.html

23. 23. A Pearl Left in the Sea11 moves

    沧海遗珠 — "A Pearl Left in the Sea" Problem 23 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42831.html

24. 24. The Trailing Rein Saves the Master47 moves

    垂缰救主 — "The Trailing Rein Saves the Master" Problem 24 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42832.html

25. 25. Danger at the Very Mat13 moves

    患在几席 — "Danger at the Very Mat" Problem 25 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42833.html

26. 26. Knotted Grass and the Returned Ring21 moves

    结草衔环 — "Knotted Grass and the Returned Ring" Problem 26 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42834.html

27. 27. The Lotus Snaps but the Threads Hold13 moves

    藕断丝牵 — "The Lotus Snaps but the Threads Hold" Problem 27 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42835.html

28. 28. Net and Beacon Together17 moves

    计罗并照 — "Net and Beacon Together" Problem 28 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42836.html

29. 29. Songs of Chu on Every Side21 moves

    四面楚歌 — "Songs of Chu on Every Side" Problem 29 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42837.html

30. 30. Populous State, Strong Army17 moves

    国庶兵强 — "Populous State, Strong Army" Problem 30 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42838.html

31. 31. In War, Crude Speed Wins13 moves

    兵贵拙速 — "In War, Crude Speed Wins" Problem 31 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42839.html

32. 32. Knights and Horses Like Clouds29 moves

    士马如云 — "Knights and Horses Like Clouds" Problem 32 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42840.html

33. 33. Strategy Settled a Thousand Li Off13 moves

    计定千里 — "Strategy Settled a Thousand Li Off" Problem 33 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42841.html

34. 34. Stealing Leisure from the Rush9 moves

    忙里偷闲 — "Stealing Leisure from the Rush" Problem 34 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42842.html

35. 35. The Dragon Turns at the Pool's Floor13 moves

    龙翻潭底 — "The Dragon Turns at the Pool's Floor" Problem 35 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42843.html

36. 36. The Crane Calls from the Ninefold Marsh25 moves

    鹤鸣九皋 — "The Crane Calls from the Ninefold Marsh" Problem 36 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42844.html

37. 37. Harm Others to Ease Oneself21 moves

    损人安己 — "Harm Others to Ease Oneself" Problem 37 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42845.html

38. 38. A Hundred Schemes, No Way Through13 moves

    百计无由 — "A Hundred Schemes, No Way Through" Problem 38 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42846.html

39. 39. Bowang Burns the Camp7 moves

    博望烧屯 — "Bowang Burns the Camp" Problem 39 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42847.html

40. 40. Decisions from the Ninefold Height11 moves

    决策九重 — "Decisions from the Ninefold Height" Problem 40 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42848.html

41. 41. Subduing the Distant Court13 moves

    镇压远庭 — "Subduing the Distant Court" Problem 41 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42849.html

42. 42. Shen and Chen Never Meet5 moves

    参辰卯酉 — "Shen and Chen Never Meet" Problem 42 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42850.html

43. 43. Utter Loyalty Repays the Country9 moves

    精忠报国 — "Utter Loyalty Repays the Country" Problem 43 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42851.html

44. 44. The Near Rejoice, the Far Come15 moves

    近悦远来 — "The Near Rejoice, the Far Come" Problem 44 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42852.html

45. 45. Bridge the Water as You Meet It29 moves

    遇水叠桥 — "Bridge the Water as You Meet It" Problem 45 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42853.html

46. 46. Befriend the Far, Attack the Near11 moves

    远交近攻 — "Befriend the Far, Attack the Near" Problem 46 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42854.html

47. 47. Guarding the Border, Asking Leave9 moves

    守边告归 — "Guarding the Border, Asking Leave" Problem 47 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42855.html

48. 48. Sleeping on Brushwood, Tasting Gall15 moves

    卧薪尝胆 — "Sleeping on Brushwood, Tasting Gall" Problem 48 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42856.html

49. 49. Marching Alone from the Camp23 moves

    独步出营 — "Marching Alone from the Camp" Problem 49 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42857.html

50. 50. The Deer of Qin Is Running15 moves

    秦鹿方走 — "The Deer of Qin Is Running" Problem 50 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42858.html

51. 51. Down from the Carriage to Bow11 moves

    下车伏谒 — "Down from the Carriage to Bow" Problem 51 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42859.html

52. 52. Filling the Well with Snow9 moves

    担雪填井 — "Filling the Well with Snow" Problem 52 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42860.html

53. 53. Open the Window and Invite the Moon7 moves

    开窗邀月 — "Open the Window and Invite the Moon" Problem 53 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42861.html

54. 54. Five Tigers Against the Mountain19 moves

    五虎靠山 — "Five Tigers Against the Mountain" Problem 54 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42862.html

55. 55. Victory with the River Behind13 moves

    背水战胜 — "Victory with the River Behind" Problem 55 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42863.html

56. 56. A Hundred Rivers Join the Sea11 moves

    百川汇海 — "A Hundred Rivers Join the Sea" Problem 56 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42864.html

57. 57. Released to the Six Directions9 moves

    放弥六合 — "Released to the Six Directions" Problem 57 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42865.html

58. 58. Two Sages, Within and Without9 moves

    中外二圣 — "Two Sages, Within and Without" Problem 58 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42866.html

59. 59. Appearing and Vanishing11 moves

    变现出没 — "Appearing and Vanishing" Problem 59 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42867.html

60. 60. Tiger and Rhino Break the Cage9 moves

    虎兕出匣 — "Tiger and Rhino Break the Cage" Problem 60 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42868.html

61. 61. Tigers Fighting Over the Meal9 moves

    群虎争餐 — "Tigers Fighting Over the Meal" Problem 61 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42869.html

62. 62. Nowhere to Lodge a Complaint11 moves

    控告无门 — "Nowhere to Lodge a Complaint" Problem 62 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42870.html

63. 63. The Wheels of the Lead Carriage9 moves

    头辆舆轮 — "The Wheels of the Lead Carriage" Problem 63 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42871.html

64. 64. Turning the Weapons Around28 moves

    倒转干戈 — "Turning the Weapons Around" Problem 64 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42872.html

65. 65. Pushing the Window to See the Moon11 moves

    推窗望月 — "Pushing the Window to See the Moon" Problem 65 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42873.html

66. 66. Meeting Peril, Yielding Life5 moves

    见危致命 — "Meeting Peril, Yielding Life" Problem 66 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42874.html

67. 67. The Duck in the Fishing Net11 moves

    凫罗鱼网 — "The Duck in the Fishing Net" Problem 67 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42875.html

68. 68. The Shattered Cup at Hongmen7 moves

    鸿门碎斗 — "The Shattered Cup at Hongmen" Problem 68 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42876.html

69. 69. A Step Taken Springs the Snare15 moves

    举趾触罝 — "A Step Taken Springs the Snare" Problem 69 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42877.html

70. 70. The Kite Flies, the Sky Weeps11 moves

    鸢飞泪天 — "The Kite Flies, the Sky Weeps" Problem 70 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42878.html

71. 71. A Sight to Chill the Heart13 moves

    触目惊心 — "A Sight to Chill the Heart" Problem 71 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42879.html

72. 72. The Swift Steed Chases the Wind29 moves

    骏骑追风 — "The Swift Steed Chases the Wind" Problem 72 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42880.html

73. 73. The Fish Leaps in the Deep27 moves

    鱼跃于渊 — "The Fish Leaps in the Deep" Problem 73 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42881.html

74. 74. Climbing High on Treacherous Ground19 moves

    登高履险 — "Climbing High on Treacherous Ground" Problem 74 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42882.html

75. 75. The Bold Commander Submits9 moves

    豪帅心服 — "The Bold Commander Submits" Problem 75 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42883.html

76. 76. Languid Oriole, Idle Butterfly17 moves

    莺慵蝶懒 — "Languid Oriole, Idle Butterfly" Problem 76 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42884.html

77. 77. Two Butterflies Turn in the Wind33 moves

    双蝶翻风 — "Two Butterflies Turn in the Wind" Problem 77 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42885.html

78. 78. Overturning Rivers, Stirring Seas27 moves

    翻江搅海 — "Overturning Rivers, Stirring Seas" Problem 78 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42886.html

79. 79. Four and Seven Side by Side27 moves

    四七并列 — "Four and Seven Side by Side" Problem 79 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42887.html

80. 80. The Troops Scatter Like Stars23 moves

    士卒星散 — "The Troops Scatter Like Stars" Problem 80 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42888.html

81. 81. Tracing the Trail21 moves

    寻踪觅迹 — "Tracing the Trail" Problem 81 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42889.html

82. 82. Misfortunes Never Come Singly7 moves

    祸不单行 — "Misfortunes Never Come Singly" Problem 82 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42890.html

83. 83. Fish Sink and Wild Geese Fall9 moves

    沉鱼落雁 — "Fish Sink and Wild Geese Fall" Problem 83 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42891.html

84. 84. Two Dragonflies Skim the Water7 moves

    双蜓点水 — "Two Dragonflies Skim the Water" Problem 84 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42892.html

85. 85. The Steed Is Not Praised for Strength11 moves

    骥不称力 — "The Steed Is Not Praised for Strength" Problem 85 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42893.html

86. 86. Planning the Decisive Victory11 moves

    运筹决胜 — "Planning the Decisive Victory" Problem 86 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42894.html

87. 87. Cutting the Channel to Draw the Water14 moves

    开渠引水 — "Cutting the Channel to Draw the Water" Problem 87 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42895.html

88. 88. The Border Soldier Succeeds25 moves

    边卒成功 — "The Border Soldier Succeeds" Problem 88 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42896.html

89. 89. Seven Powers Contend for Mastery27 moves

    七雄争霸 — "Seven Powers Contend for Mastery" Problem 89 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42897.html

90. 90. The Fine Horses Race to the Front11 moves

    骅骝争先 — "The Fine Horses Race to the Front" Problem 90 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42898.html

91. 91. Six States Resist Qin15 moves

    六国抗秦 — "Six States Resist Qin" Problem 91 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42899.html

92. 92. Five Strongmen Cut the Road7 moves

    五丁凿路 — "Five Strongmen Cut the Road" Problem 92 of 適情雅趣, volume 1 (卷一). Transcribed from http://www.dpxq.com/hldcg/search/view_u_42900.html